Our Heart For Children's Ministry

Since its beginning, Abundant Joy has had a prophetic mandate for infant and children's ministry based upon the uncompromised Word of God. We believe that every child is born with a unique calling that only they can fulfill. Our desire is to see them raised up with confidence and security in who they are in Christ and to take personal ownership of their individual purpose.

Mega Muscles and adventures

History Makers is based on Daniel 11:32, "The people who know their God will have mega-muscles and go on adventures." As our kids are brought up in the things of God, our heart is that they will know who they are in Christ with an unshakable faith in the midst of an ever-changing world. They won't doubt their identity, but know who they are and know who their God is. With this kind of confidence they will shine brightly as world-changers (History Makers) and carriers of God's presence to be a showy display for the Kingdom of God. Each Sunday, our kids are not just "babysat" or "entertained," but taught with purpose, intention, and love.

For PArents

The kids will begin in the sanctuary with the adults for worship, and are encouraged to participate in their own expression of worship, whatever that may be. We will be sitting up front and to the left, where a History Makers teacher will be with the kids. Coloring or drawing what God is showing them is encouraged.

After worship and announcements, the History Makers teacher will walk the kids over to the church office for the lesson, and a snack is provided. Weather permitting, we will usually play on the playground or spend time outside.

The first Sunday of each month, the kids will stay in the sanctuary to listen to the message with the adults. The History Makers teacher will make an announcement if we are planning to do any special activities with the kids on a particular Sunday, like taking a prayer walk, or visiting our Station 411 building. Our vision for our time with your kids is to have them learn, release what they have learned, and have fun!

Learning

Each Sunday looks different as we firmly believe in allowing Holy Spirit to lead. Our children are learning how to hear God, and we pray for each other and others that Jesus lays on our hearts.

REleasing

During worship we encourage the children to dance, sing, draw, create, soak, etc. and often they will share with the congregation what Jesus was saying or showing them.

Fun

Life with Jesus is a fun adventure full of mysteries and surprises! Whether we are playing games, playing on the playground, or painting on the porch, we love to have fun together.